Did you know that nine of out ten animal collisions in Australia involve kangaroos? Not only is this costing Australians millions in vehicle repairs and insurance, but it’s a terrible animal welfare outcome for kangaroos left injured and dying on our roads.
Collisions with Kangaroos are increasing and have been reported by Australia’s major car insurance companies every year:
Youi 2026 – According to Youi claims data – 69% of animal related claims mention kangaroos or wallabies.
RAA 2025 – Kangaroo Crashes Continue with RAA insurance data showing 77% of kangaroo collisions occur in regional areas. RAA trend data suggest that in South Australia, Autum & Spring presented the most risk for drivers.
AAMI 2022 – Animal Collision Guide with a recent article published by SUNCORP, in 2026, showing AAMI wildlife collision claims numbered more than 24,000 lodged in 2025. With claims averaging $9,000 AUD and with 80% directly linked to kangaroos. Most risky times were winter months during low-light conditions.
NRMA in a 2026 article showed that 2025 saw a 21% increase in animal collision claims from 2024. 84% of the 15,000 claims lodged were related to kangaroos, closely followed by wallabies. In 2025 RACV released staggering numbers seeing a 270% increase in road-strike incidents between 2020 – 2024, with 50% – 60% related to kangaroos. RAC WA in 2026 also highlighted the increased risk to wildlife and drivers during cool winter months with 2025 claim data showing kangaroos were involved with 85%. Huddle Insurance has of 2019 a specific covering for kangaroo collisions with motorists most-likely to risk a crash in NSW and least likely in Tasmania. However, RACT data still shows the vast majority, 93%, of wildlife collision claims are attributed to kangaroos and wallabies.
Similar assessments have been done by The University of Melbourne (2026) on crashes involving animals.
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